Reflections+of+Digital+Graphics+5366


 * Reflections of Digital Design 5366**

This was one of the most difficult classes to complete. It was the only course that was set in the same way as other classes. The amount of information given to the class was overwhelming.

The most important information I learned was about C.R.A.P.(Contrast, Repetition, Alignment,Proximity) We looked as several ads and designed a newsletter using the this acronym. Even to this day, I often notice these attributes on TV, magazines, and online information. Also, logo's should be designed to evoke the feelings you want to be associated with whatever it is you are advertising. I created a 4 page newsletter implementing C.R.A.P.
 * New Information Learned**


 * Old information to New Information**

Before this class I didn't realize how critical the aspects of CRAP really play into designing a brand and how the eye unknowing catches the attributes.According to Yearwood's lecture, "The brain wants to take whatever shortcut it can to reduce the demand on its activity." This was considered Yearwood's First Law of Mental Dynamics.


 * Readings**

The readings in this class at first were very interesting. I enjoyed reading about the hieroglyphics in ancient times and about writing came about. Lecture 3, Voyager 1&2 Postcards to E.T. here we are by Professor John Yearwood was the most insightful. It was interesting see the the messages that would be received by ET's and how they might possibly interpret them.

There were no interactions with colleagues

This was not a group assignment.

There are no puzzling questions.

Overall I enjoyed this class, but would have liked to have more time studying in this area a design.